Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has reaffirmed India's commitment to becoming a global leader in healthcare innovation by promoting indigenous research, medical technology and affordable healthcare solutions. Addressing a convocation ceremony in Lucknow, he said the country's growing capabilities in gene therapy, nuclear medicine, medical devices
Global eye care company Alcon is strengthening its investment strategy in India, citing the country's rapidly growing demand for vision care, increasing prevalence of myopia among younger populations and expanding need for advanced cataract treatment. The company is also evaluating future manufacturing opportunities in India
The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) has facilitated cashless healthcare treatment worth ₹1.91 lakh crore through a network of more than 37,000 empanelled hospitals across India, highlighting the scheme's growing role in expanding financial protection and access to quality healthcare. The
Age is no barrier to cancer surgery, says Dr. Avinash Reddy In a remarkable medical milestone, doctors at Kamineni Hospital successfully performed a complex radical nephrectomy (complete removal of the cancer affected kidney) on a 91-year-old patient diagnosed with an aggressive form of Renal Cell Carcinoma
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has inaugurated a state of the art 3 Tesla MRI system at the Atal Institute of Medical Super Specialties (AIMSS), Chamiyana, strengthening the state's advanced diagnostic infrastructure. Alongside the launch, the Chief Minister announced an investment of ₹125
The Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) has achieved a major milestone by creating over 93.95 crore Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts (ABHAs) and linking more than 105 crore digital health records, making it one of the world's largest digital health ecosystems. The figures were shared by
Manipal Hospital, Bhubaneswar, in association with the Chief District Medical Officer (CDMO), Puri, has established a temporary 3-bedded hospital near Talabania Bus Stand to provide emergency medical care during Ratha Yatra 2026. The initiative has been undertaken as per the directions of the Department of Health & Family Welfare,
The Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS) and SUM Hospital, Bhubaneswar, has established Odisha's first comprehensive i house Molecular Diagnostics and Genomics Laboratory, strengthening the state's capabilities in precision medicine and advanced disease diagnostics. The facility is expected to improve the diagnosis, classification and monitoring of
The implementation of the India United Kingdom Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) marks a significant milestone in bilateral economic relations, creating new opportunities for India's healthcare, pharmaceutical and medical technology (MedTech) sectors. With 97.1% of tariff lines receiving zero-duty market access, the agreement is
Pacific OneHealth has announced plans to launch a new multi speciality healthcare facility in Karol Bagh, New Delhi, as part of its expansion strategy to improve access to specialized medical services in the national capital. The upcoming centre will offer advanced clinical care supported by
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